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by Roald Dahl (Author) "'I'm going shopping in the village,' George's mother said to George on Saturday morning ..." (more)
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In a typically wicked Dahl outing, a lad named George does away with his nasty grandmother by giving her a concoction that he brews from a mixture that includes shampoo, shaving cream and floor polish. Ages 7-11.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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Grade 2-4-Richard E. Grant performs this reading of Roald Dahl's tale (Puffin, pap. 1998) with an appropriately British accent. Fully-voiced, the production is expressive and pleasing, making a great story an even better read-aloud. As George seeks a cure for his grandmother's grumpiness, his creative elixir produces surprising results. Listeners will appreciate the humor, suspense, and resolution in this silly plot so typical of Dahl's writing. Appropriate for listening centers, reading classes, literature studies and general circulation, the length and reading level of this title will be appreciated by those who work with reluctant readers. Consider this purchase essential for libraries with audio collections.
Kirsten Martindale, Buford Academy, GA
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars George's Marvellous Medicine, Audiocassette, Jun 4 2006
By Elasti-Mom (Ottawa, Ontario) - See all my reviews
This review is from: George's Marvellous Medicine (Audio Cassette)
I listened to this cassette while driving my 7 year old son to school, which is about a 20 minute drive each way. We both were drawn into the plot immediately and stayed with it as it grew, and grew. My son looked forward to hearing the next installment as we drove. We laughed and groaned all through the book. Richard Grant, who read the story, was wonderful, giving voices to the various characters. I highly recommend it for any car trip.
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5.0 out of 5 stars authors study, Jun 9 2004
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This review is from: Georges Marvelous Medicine (Paperback)
We like George's Marvelous Medicine because, George makes a medicine for his grandmother because her other medicine did not work. Also because, how creative he was. He puts in shaving cream, animal pills, and other stuff like that. He gives it to his grandmother and .... Oh you do not want to know what happans nects, but if you do want to know read the book and find out.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible Role Models, May 24 2004
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This review is from: Georges Marvelous Medicine (Paperback)
George's Marvelous Medicine is full of characters who lack character. George is mistreated by his grandmother, so he resorts to doing something mean to get back at her. When George's parents get home his father is overcome by greed and helps George recreate the medicine. They fail and make a shrinking potion instead. George's father encourages the grandmother to steal and drink it. The obvious theme is revenge. I do not believe that George intended for his grandmother to vanish completely, but he certainly wasn't sorry for what he did and neither were his parents.

Not one person ever demonstrates the qualities we want our children to possess. My children won't be reading the book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Kari's Highlight Reel on Books
GEORGE'S MAVELOUS MEDICINE

George's Marvelous Medicine is about a boy who has to deal with his old, ugly, skinny, grandmother. Read more

Published on Mar 15 2004 by Kari Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars I majored in chemistry because of this book!
I read this book when I was around 8 and LOVED it. Became totally obssessed and started making my own mixes in the bathroom. It still cracks me up to this day. Read more
Published on Dec 5 2003

2.0 out of 5 stars I don't think so!
I thought this book was funny, but not appropriate for children.
Published on Sep 11 2003

2.0 out of 5 stars I love Roald Dahl, BUT...
I don't think that this book is appropriate for all children. Parents who are conscientious about the kinds of things that their children read or watch on television should take... Read more
Published on Jun 12 2003 by Molly's Mama

5.0 out of 5 stars Are You Ready For A Funny Book!
Can you imagine having a grandmother that is as tall as a house? Well, that's what happens in George's Marvelous Medicine by, Roald Dahl. Read more
Published on April 1 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Do you like crazy stories? Read this book!
Have you ever thought of your grandma as big as your house? Well you can read George's Marvelous Medicine by Roahl Dahl? Read more
Published on April 1 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Georges Marvelous Medicine-Rhoal Dahl-Quentin Blake
George's Marvelous Medicine - Roald Dahl
Illustrated - Quentin Blake Revied by Bonnie F. age8

Did you ever live with a grumpy crazy old grandma? George did.
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Published on Feb 5 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars another fantastic book by Roald Dahl
George's grandma is horrible. But smart George cooks up with a way to CURE his grandma. But things go wrong and.......buy the book and you'll see why i recommend it. Read more
Published on Dec 24 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A hilarious story
George's Marvelous Medicine tells of a miserable old grandmother who is constantly nagging poor George. Read more
Published on Aug 5 2002 by Midwest Book Review

4.0 out of 5 stars Okay, so it's cruel, but...
...the abject cruelty in this story is one of its best points. It's a funny, funny, funny story for anyone who's ever thought about getting revenge on another person. Read more
Published on Jun 6 2002 by Alice Fielding

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